Yorkshire Music Industry Expo (Yorkshire MIX…) drops this October. This series of events is designed to support access to the music industry. Delivered by Higher Rhythm through Music Industry Yorkshire, Y-MIX will run across Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th of October in Doncaster.
Our previous events have featured established artists, venues and festivals, funders, royalty collection agencies, manufacturers and more. This year’s Yorkshire Music Industry Expo rounds up more industry leaders to inform and inspire through sharing their experience. Staying true to Music Industry Yorkshire’s mission, they are all linked to Yorkshire.
It’s free to attend for registered members of Music Industry Yorkshire. If you’re not already a member as you can still join MIY for free here
09.45 to 11.15
Industry Panel: Finding Your Niche
A panel exploring how staying true to your vision can help forge a successful career in the music industry. Featuring, Ellie Giles (STEP Music Management) Danni S (music artist Dirty Freud) and Kristina Jones (Beckview Recording Studios). Chaired by Zawedde Walusimbi (Higher Rhythm).
11.30 to 12.00
Funder Session: Youth music
Zawedde Walusimbi in conversation with Michelle Myrie of Youth Music, about funding opportunities available through this national music funder.
12.00 to 12.30
Networking
13.00 to 15.00
Master class: Releasing Music
Invite only master-class led by Ellie Giles.
09.45 to 11.15
Industry Panel: What next?
A panel discussing the opportunities and challenges in the new and developing music industry. Featuring, Harriet McBain (Deer Shed Festival), Skinny Pelembe (music artist on Partisan Records) and David Cox (Summit PR). Chaired by Paul Littlewood (Higher Rhythm).
11.30 to 12.00
Funder Session: Help Musicians
Paul Littlewood in conversation with David Culbert of Help Musicians, about funding and support opportunities available through this National organisation.
12.00 to 12.30
Networking
13.00 to 15.00
Master Class: What’s behind a successful event?
Invite only master-class led by David Cox.
Register for Y-MIX below and indicate your preferred events
★ PLEASE NOTE: Selecting an event does not guarantee a place. Places are limited so allocated on a first come first served basis. You will receive an auto-notification on registration, but we will send you an ADDITIONAL email as soon as we can, to notify you if you’ve secured a place at your chosen event(s) and provide venue details. Please only register for events that you will 100% attend.
Yorkshire-based festival organiser Harriet McBain is currently Manager of Deer Shed, a 3-day music & arts festival. Running since 2010 the festival is known nationally for its strong focus on artistic integrity. Alongside this role, Harriet also runs her own micro-festival which specifically champions artists from the North East.
Dirty Freud is an electronic recording artist known for Cinematic Electronica, which blends elements of dubstep, 2-step garage, bassline, and reggae. Dirty Freud have performed at major UK festivals like Glastonbury and Boomtown, and have gained support from labels such as Ninja Tune.
A native Doncastrian, Ellie previously worked as A & R for major record labels. She now manages producers through her company STEP, working with artists such as Bill Ryder-Jones, Erland Cooper, Joel Sunny, Warmduscher and Maruja. Ellie currently sits on the board of both EMMA (European music manager alliance) and MMF (Music Managers Forum)
David has 25 years in entertainment publicity across film, music, festivals and events. He’s coordinated album and tour campaigns for The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Blondie, Aerosmith and Alice Cooper, and headed up red carpets for the Ivor Novello’s, BRIT’s and Q Awards, also leading accreditation, press and photo pits at major festivals.
As the cofounder and manager of Beckview residential recording studio, in Scarborough, Kristina leads on business development. Alongside recording sessions, she organises live events, developing the studio’s reputation as a creative hub. Kristina has built a diverse career across the arts, cultural, and events management sectors, forging relationships with industry partners and clients.
Skinny Pelembe initially signed with Giles Peterson’s label, Brownswood Recordings, playing sell out tours and festivals, being championed by BBC and releasing his debut album. He is now signed to Partisan Records with another LP under his belt, playing major festivals including Glastonbury, alongside dates in Europe and the US.
Michelle gives guidance and support to Youth Music grant holders and applicants, also leading the Industry Connect Fund, working to widen employment in the music and creative industries. Michelle is also a working musician with over 20 years’ experience performing and touring.
With a previous career as a sound engineer, studio owner, and musician, David became Help Musicians’ first employee in Scotland, before moving to his current role working across the UK as Engagement Officer. He currently also owns and operates the record and publishing company, In Black Records.
As a Folk and Soul singer-songwriter, Zawedde is a recipient of a PRS Foundation Women Make Music grant. Zawedde also brings her wide experience as a music creator and event organiser into her tutoring and project coordination roles at Higher Rhythm.
Paul is a musician, educator, singer-songwriter, and music producer. His works have been published by Third Side Music (Canada) and released by Xtra Mile Recordings (UK) and Three Sixty Records (US). Paul has also mentored music artists across Yorkshire.
Yorkshire MIX 2025 is funded as a partnership project by Arts Fundraising & Philanthropy
